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Top water safety tips every parent should know
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Top water safety tips every parent should know

11 July 2025 - by Tia Chung

Water play is one of childhood’s great joys and one of the best ways for children to stay active,...read more
How to help children cope with stress: Simple ways families and educators can support mental health
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How to help children cope with stress: Simple ways families and educators can support mental health

09 May 2025 - by Tia Chung

All children feel stress sometimes, whether they’re starting something new, missing someone they...read more
What to expect from a Before and After School program
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What to expect from a Before and After School program

11 April 2025 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care

With updates by Tia Chung on April 11, 2025The before and after school program at the YMCA is a...read more
How to teach your children about bullying
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How to teach your children about bullying

26 February 2025 - by Tia Chung

Bullying is more than just a challenge children face — it’s an issue that requires a proactive...read more
7 lessons your child will learn and love at YMCA Licensed Child Care Club
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7 lessons your child will learn and love at YMCA Licensed Child Care Club

02 August 2024 - by Sasha Smith

With updates from Tia Chung on August 2, 2024School might be out for summer, but that doesn’t...read more
Meet our YMCA International Youth Internship Program group
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Meet our YMCA International Youth Internship Program group

29 July 2024 - by YMCA of Greater Toronto

As part of the YMCA of Greater Toronto's commitment to empowering youth and strengthening global...read more
5 YMCA summer programs to make your child’s school break extra fun
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5 YMCA summer programs to make your child’s school break extra fun

10 May 2024 - by Renuka Malhotra

With updates from Tia Chung on May 10, 2024Parents, still searching for the perfect summer...read more
Making the case for regular outdoor play
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Making the case for regular outdoor play

18 April 2024 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care

With updates from Tia Morrison on April 18, 2024What’s your fondest childhood memory? For...read more
3 quick healthy eating and nutrition tips for children
Healthy Kids • YMCA Child Care

3 quick healthy eating and nutrition tips for children

02 January 2024 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care

Revised by Tia Morrison, 12/21/2023Everyone benefits from healthy eating habits. When you eat the...read more
4 ways to foster gratitude in your children
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4 ways to foster gratitude in your children

28 September 2023 - by Cheryl - YMCA Child Care

With updates from Tia Morrison on 09/28/2023 At the end of every week, my...read more

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